Principal Engineer - Enterprise Product and Pricing Management

Principal Engineer - Enterprise Product and Pricing Management

Wells Fargo

Columbus, OH • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer that is an experienced, qualified product engineer that is responsible for ensuring the technical and architectural vision for the product is aligned through solution designs within the Enterprise Product and Pricing Management team. This role will serve as the technical representative for the product during cross-product collaborative efforts and planning and is well-versed in utilization of modernreusable enterprise solutions, establishing design patterns, and solving complex technical challenges. Learn more about career areas and business divisions at https://www.wellsfargojobs.com.


In this role, you will:

  • Act as an advisor to leadership to develop or influence applications, network, information security, database, operating systems, or web technologies for highly complex business and technical needs across multiple groups

  • Lead the strategy and resolution of highly complex and unique challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple areas or the enterprise, delivering solutions that are long-term, large-scale and require vision, creativity, innovation, advanced analytical and inductive thinking

  • Translate advanced technology experience, an in-depth knowledge of the organizations tactical and strategic business objectives, the enterprise technological environment, the organization structure, and strategic technological opportunities and requirements into technical engineering solutions

  • Provide vision, direction and expertise to leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions

  • Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and new technologies and recommends innovations that enhance operations or provide a competitive advantage to the organization

  • Strategically engage with all levels of professionals and managers across the enterprise and serve as an expert advisor to leadership


Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

  • 7+ years of application development background

  • 7+ years of architect and engineering deep knowledge or experience

  • 7+ years of experience designing LLM prompt engineering, prompt chaining, and evaluation frameworks

Desired Qualifications:

  • Previous and hands on experience with mainframe modernization to target state architectures

  • Ability to lead and deliver complex technical initiatives, with deep understanding of target state frameworks and design principals to guide technical transformation

  • Experience designing with GenAI-powered applications using LLMs (OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, etc.)

  • Familiarity with AI governance, model risk management, compliance constraints, and responsible AI practices

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate and resolve technical challenges

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with peers, colleagues, and cross LOB technology teams - excellent communication skills at every level of the organization

  • Ability to lead and influence others and critique their work in a way that improves the overall team and the final product

  • Very deep skills in at least two technical domains - with ability to learn quickly for domains where you have less experience

  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze performance bottlenecks

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and Agile practices

  • Deep understanding of non-functional requirements and systemic controls - embedded in system design and execution


Job Expectations:

  • Ability to travel ~10% of the time

  • Ability to work in global delivery environment and in a hybrid schedule, 3 days a week in office

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$159,000.00 - $254,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. VisitBenefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

20 May 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visitDisability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.


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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets, proudly serves one in three U.S. households and more than 10% of small businesses in the U.S., and is a leading middle market banking provider in the U.S. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 41 on Fortune's 2022 rankings of America's largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health and a low-carbon economy.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

1852

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Principal Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Principal Engineer, one should possess strong technical skills such as expertise in software development methodologies, proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or C++, and in-depth knowledge of cloud computing platforms like AWS or Azure. Additionally, they should exhibit soft skills like effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, as well as traits like adaptability, creativity, and a willingness to mentor and guide junior engineers. These strengths enable Principal Engineers to drive technical innovation, lead cross-functional teams, and make strategic decisions that drive business growth and technical excellence.

Q: What is the career path for a Principal Engineer?

A: A Principal Engineer's typical career progression involves starting as a Software Engineer or Design Engineer, advancing to Senior Engineer or Technical Lead, and eventually becoming a Principal Engineer, overseeing complex projects and mentoring junior engineers. Key opportunities for skill development and growth include mastering technical leadership, project management, and communication skills, as well as staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Long-term career prospects for Principal Engineers may include transitioning into executive roles, such as Engineering Director or VP of Engineering, or pursuing entrepreneurial ventures, consulting, or academia.



Wells Fargo job posting for a Principal Engineer - Enterprise Product and Pricing Management in Columbus, OH with a salary of $114,500 to $167,100 Annually and benefits including Medical, PTO, Life, and Retirement with a map of Columbus location.